Literary Texts – serie

Join big brother Marcus and his little brother Winston on a trip to the city as you learn about size and shape. From riding a carousel to visiting the zoo, there’s so much to do in New York City’s Central Park. Introduce the concepts of size and shape to early readers with this beautifully illustrated picture book. With pre-reading questions, this book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

A family follows the end of a rainbow in search of treasure. What awaits them at the end? This picture book features colorful illustrations and a simple story to help early readers follow along on this family adventure. Celebrate family and the importance of spending time together with this beautifully illustrated picture book. With pre-reading questions, this book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

It’s time for bed but Nahid can’t fall asleep. She’s due for a visit from the Tooth Fairy but is reluctant to give up her tooth. Will the Tooth Fairy convince her to let it go? Introduce the concepts of growth and change to early readers with this beautifully illustrated picture book. With pre-reading questions, this fiction book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

Tito is a young tapir whose spots and stripes help him in the wild. What will happen to his spots and stripes when he grows up? Introduce the concepts of growth and change to students with this beautifully illustrated picture book. Early readers can follow the simple story and bright illustrations as they learn that our differences are what make us special. With pre-reading questions, this fiction book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

There are many fun things to do at a birthday party. But for Luis, who has autism, sometimes fun things can be scary. Luckily his sister will be there to help him have a good time. Early readers can follow the simple story and bright illustrations as they learn about the importance of compassion and kindness. With pre-reading questions, this fiction book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

Randy the raccoon works at a transfer station. All he sees is waste. Then, some visitors show him that there are hidden treasures among the trash. Introduce the concept of recycling to early readers with this beautifully illustrated picture book. Children will love the playful illustrations and easy-to-read text. With pre-reading questions, this fiction book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

It is career day at James’s school. After helping his friends decide on careers, he knows what he is meant to do. What career will he choose? Introduce the concept of jobs and careers to early readers with this beautifully illustrated picture book. With pre-reading questions, this fiction book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

In this multigenerational tale, a grandfather is turning 100 years old. To celebrate, he takes his grandson on a hot air balloon ride to show him special places from this past. From where he went to school, to where he met grandma, early readers will be delighted by this heartfelt picture book. With pre-reading questions, this fiction book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

Bea is uninspired by the dirt yard at her new house. When a bee flies by, Bea knows just what to do. She’ll create a garden fit for a queen. A queen bee, that is! Learn what is needed to plan and create a bee-friendly garden with this entertaining picture book. With pre-reading questions, this fiction book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

Race Day (ISBN: 9781087601038) is an exciting nonfiction title written in English for students ages 5 to 10 (grades 1-2) that engages early readers with the thrill of the racetrack while building literacy and science concept skills. Children explore the sounds, sights, and speed of race cars in action, learning key vocabulary and comprehension strategies along the way. With clear text-image support and relatable content, this book is ideal for guided reading, read-alouds, or at-home enrichment. Teachers and parents can extend learning through motion-based discussions, prediction prompts, and STEM connections.High-interest topic encourages enthusiasm for reading nonfictionSupports foundational comprehension and vocabulary developmentFeatures simple sentences and strong text-image alignmentIdeal for shared reading or small-group instruction in grades 1-2Integrates key STEM themes including motion, speed, and force

Heng is learning how to surf, but is getting discouraged by how hard it is. Will a new friend help her learn how to ride the waves? Introduce the concepts of waves and ocean currents to early readers with this beautifully illustrated picture book. With pre-reading questions, this fiction book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

Who would’ve thought that a dog, a cat, and a mouse could be best friends? In this fun picture book, Milly, Tilly, and Willy are best friends despite their differences. Early readers can follow the fun story and whimsical illustrations as they learn that our differences are what make us special. With pre-reading questions, this fiction book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

The bluebirds, robins, parrots, and roosters are having a dance party! Join in on the fun as the birds shake, twirl, and hop along to the beat. Written in verse, early readers will love the entertaining story and whimsical illustrations in this picture book. With pre-reading questions, this fiction book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

The peacock, the monkey, the horse, and the kangaroo each think they have the best tail. When their tails get tangled together, it becomes obvious which one is best! Early readers will love the entertaining story and whimsical illustrations in this picture book. With pre-reading questions, this fiction book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

In this picture book, a young rat describes the things that make her family special. From mom’s smarts to grandpa’s looks, early readers will love this funny story as they learn about irony as a literary device. They’ll also learn to appreciate what makes them unique and what makes a family special. With pre-reading questions, this book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

Lena’s great-grandmother is turning 90. Lena and her father bake a cake as a surprise and help to make the day special for Nani and the rest of the family. This picture book features vibrant illustrations and simple text that help early readers follow along with the story. Children will learn about cultural and family traditions in this heartfelt, multigenerational tale. With pre-reading questions, this book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

Tadpole is becoming a frog and will soon live on land. But he is worried about leaving the safety and familiarity of the pond. Luckily, his friends give him advice to boost his confidence about the upcoming change. This illustrated picture book covers concepts such as the life cycle, new experiences, friendship, growth, and change. This story includes vibrant illustrations and simple text that help early readers make connections to their own lives.

Two Antarctic penguins want to travel the world but can’t fly. They build a flying machine out of ice to take a trip across America. This entertaining picture book features colorful illustrations and simple text to help early readers follow along on their adventure. With pre-reading questions, this book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

Batty and Catty are bragging about their special abilities and Batty’s feelings get hurt. Catty feels bad and decides to make amends by teaching Batty some new tricks while learning some new ones herself. Written in verse, this picture book introduces social and emotional learning (SEL) topics to upper emergent readers. With pre-reading questions, this book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

Ling is famous for his special mooncakes. The local giant decides he wants a mooncake for the Moon Festival, and Ling and the villagers must work together to satisfy his “giant” sweet tooth. Children will love this entertaining picture book with its messages of community and working together. Vibrant illustrations and simple text help emerging readers follow along with the story. With pre-reading questions, this fiction book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

In this multicultural picture book, Lucky and his best friend are celebrating Holi—the spring Festival of Colors in India. Their color-throwing competition leads them through the city where they throw water balloons and powder in a colorful free-for-all. Back at Lucky’s house, the winner will enjoy the biggest sweet. Children will love the colorful illustrations and culturally authentic story as they learn about a tradition that brings families and communities together.

In this multicultural picture book, Darri is learning about Australian Aboriginal art by working with her grandmother as she makes a dot painting for an art show. Surprises are in store for Darri on the day of the show. Children will love the colorful illustrations and heartfelt story in this culturally authentic book as they learn about diversity and cultural traditions of indigenous people. With pre-reading questions, this book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

Hugo the red squirrel spends his time grooming instead of saving food for the winter. When winter comes, he realizes he has made a huge mistake. He’ll need to ask for help from his friends to survive. Teach early readers about responsibility and empathy with this beautifully illustrated retelling of the Aesop fable, The Grasshopper and The Ant. With pre-reading questions, this book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

You may have heard of the old woman who lived in a shoe. But have you heard of the woman who lives next door? Early readers will be captivated by this whimsically illustrated, modern retelling of the classic nursery rhyme, The Old Woman Who Lived in a Shoe. With pre-reading questions, this book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

Kelvin’s class is going on an unusual field trip to both the North Pole and the Amazon Rainforest. How will they get there? With Miss Hunt’s magic map, of course! While they’re there, they’ll learn about different habitats and how the plants and animals adapt to each environment. Children will love the whimsical illustrations and fun story in this cross-curricular book that introduces them to science topics. With pre-reading questions, this book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

Everyone needs a home--and that’s where Ms. Mouse comes in. She helps every creature who lives near the big tree find the perfect home. Written in verse, this picture book features an entertaining story, whimsical illustrations, and repetitive sentences. Children will love this humorous tale and the messages of home, community, and a sense of belonging. With pre-reading questions, this book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

A polar bear family emerges from its den in search of food. But they find that global warming has made their search more difficult. This illustrated chapter book helps advancing readers learn about climate change. This fiction book supports early fluent readers on their journey to independent reading. Engage students’ natural curiosity with fun and inspiring real-world stories. Perfect for shared or guided reading, this book builds a foundation for a lifelong love of reading.

For some reason, Charlie the shark has trouble making friends. Whenever he meets someone, they think he’s going to eat them. What’s a friendless shark to do? Advancing readers will sympathize with Charlie in this funny illustrated chapter book. Engage students’ natural curiosity with fun and inspiring real-world stories. Perfect for shared or guided reading, this book builds a foundation for a lifelong love of reading.

A family of proud peacocks doesn’t take too kindly to their new neighbors, a family of panda bears. But the Panda family’s spunky daughter is determined to change their minds. This illustrated chapter book teaches advancing readers about kindness and acceptance. This fiction book supports early fluent readers on their journey to independent reading. Engage students’ natural curiosity with fun and inspiring real-world stories. Perfect for shared or guided reading, this book builds a foundation for a lifelong love of reading.